Lead Toddler Teacher: Growth, Benefits & Impact

Merritt Academy

Fairfax (VA)

Hybrid

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental and vision insurance

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan with employer matching

Discounted tuition rate for children

Job summary

Merritt Academy in Fairfax, VA is seeking a Lead Toddler Teacher to create a nurturing classroom where toddlers learn through play, language, movement, and responsive caregiving. You will lead and collaborate with your team to provide exceptional care and maintain routines for feeding, diapering, and safe sleep.

Responsibilities include observing individual development, partnering with families, and keeping parents connected to daily moments while fostering a patient, positive, and dependable

Qualifications

Must have a High School diploma; AA in ECE or CDA or 12 college credits in Education.
Bachelors degree preferred.
Experience in education with early childhood experience required.

Responsibilities

Lead and collaborate with classroom team to provide exceptional care.
Maintain consistent routines for feeding, diapering, and safe sleep.
Observe development and build partnerships with families; keep parents connected.

Skills

Patience

Positivity

Reliability

Engaging with toddlers

Communication with families

Education

High School diploma + AA in Early Childhood Education|CDA

Bachelors degree preferred

12 college credits in Education

Tools

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Responsibilities include observing individual development, partnering with families, and keeping parents connected to daily moments while fostering a patient, positive, and dependable

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